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Preventing Weeds

Chris Courtney
Winter time is the best time of year to apply pre-emergent to your lawn and flower beds. The pre-emergent work to keep weed seeds from germinating. Read More
January 14, 2014 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Deciduous Trees

Chris Courtney
  January is a good time to prune deciduous trees. You want to thin any congested limbs, remove crossing or broken branches, and eliminate damaged or diseased wood. But it is important to remember a little pruning goes a long way. If you are not sure how to prune give us a call and we can assist.       Read More
January 2, 2014 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Happy New Year!!

Chris Courtney
May the new year be filled with Health, Happiness and Prosperity ") Read More
January 1, 2014 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Winter time tips to reduce risk to your pool and spa.

Chris Courtney
  1.  During freezing temperatures run the filtration pump and jet pumps continuously.
  2. Adjust pool and spa jets upwards to reduce surface freezing.
  3. Maintain proper pool water level at all times.
  4. Have all air and water leaks repaired.
  5. Remove and store all pool accessories in a clean, dry area.
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December 30, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Merry Christmas Eve!

Chris Courtney
Santa is coming to town...He currently is delivering Addu City, Maldives!! Read More
December 24, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Leave Damaged Plants Alone

Chris Courtney
Even though we are experiencing warmer temperatures; now is not the time to prune. We still have several months of cold temperatures ahead of us. If you notice frost or freeze damage to your plants, leave them alone until new growth appears which will be in the spring time. Pruning or transplanting a damaged plant during winter months can actually destroy the plant.     Read More
December 18, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Protect Pools

Chris Courtney
Reduce the risk of damage to your pool due to freezing conditions by following these tips:
  1. During freezing temperatures run the filtration and jet pumps continuously.
  2. Maintain proper pool water level at all times.
  3. Adjust pool and spa jets upwards to reduce surface freezing.
  4. Have all air and water leaks repaired.
  5. Remove and store all pool accessories in a clean, dry area.
  6. Consult with your pool maintenance company about winterizing your pool.
    http://www.lvvwd.com/conservation/ws_landscape_cold.html   Read More
December 9, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Hard Freeze Warning in Nevada

Chris Courtney
  • Will be the first freezing temperatures experienced this season
  • Protect Sensitive Plants and exposed irrigation plumbing which may be damaged
  • Run pool pumps overnight to limit the potential for damage
  • Pets may suffer if left outdoors
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December 4, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Red Rock Canyon

Chris Courtney
Red Rock Canyon has more than 600 different species of plants. Of those, 15 can only be found in Red Rock Canyon; they are found nowhere else in the world. (blm.gov)                     Read More
December 2, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments

Happy Thanksgiving!

Chris Courtney
Courtney Landscape & Pools would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving! Read More
November 28, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | With 0 Comments